Biomarkers for Autism and for Gastrointestinal and Sleep Problems in Autism

Abstract

The study is still collecting specimens. No interim data analysis has been performed at this point. As specified in the EWOF request, data analysis will begin on or about June 1, 2014. The objective of the proposed research is to compare the production of melatonin by young children with autism (N=45) to typically developing children (N=45). Specifically, we will see if the nighttime excretion rate of melatonin sulfate is markedly lower in the children with autism, whether there is a subgroup of children with autism having very low excretion; whether low nighttime excretion of melatonin sulfate is associated with sleep problems; and whether low daytime melatonin sulfate excretion is associated with gastrointestinal problems.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2013
Accession Number
ADA592834

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  • George M. Anderson

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  • Yale University

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  • Biological Markers
  • Biomedical Research
  • Data Analysis
  • Department Of Defense
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  • Excretion
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  • Maryland
  • Melatonin
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  • Medicine

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